Deck General · Stability Definitions
Displacement is best defined as:
- AThe weight of the vessel plus all cargo, fuel, stores, and crew
- BThe weight of water displaced by the submerged volume of the hull✓ Correct
- CThe difference between lightship weight and deadweight
- DThe volume of the hull below the design waterline
Explanation
Displacement equals the weight of water displaced by the submerged hull. By Archimedes' principle this equals the total weight of the floating vessel. It is expressed in long tons (salt water) or metric tons.
Authority: Stability & Trim (USCG deck topic)
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